William
Gear

Bold abstraction shaped by colour, structure and movement.

William Gear was an important figure within post-war British and European abstraction, developing a powerful visual language built from interlocking forms, expressive marks and vibrant colour.

His compositions often combine organic and geometric shapes, creating a sense of tension and movement across the painted surface. Strong areas of colour are balanced by dark outlines and layered textures, giving each work a clear internal structure.

Gear’s paintings reflect both careful construction and spontaneous energy, resulting in works that feel rhythmic, confident and unmistakably modern.